Therapy of idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss. A review of the literature.

The literature on therapy of Idiopathic Sudden Sensorineural Hearing Loss (ISSHL) is reviewed. Clinical trails are judged on comparativeness, internal and external validity. It is concluded that steroids are only treatment available with a significant beneficial effect on ISSHL. Recommendations are made with regard to a well designed clinical trail on the treatment of ISSHL.